An apartment rental gives you a place to stay, but it’s the decoration and furnishing that really makes it home. Good decorating and design choices allow you to infuse the apartment with your own taste and personality, elevating your mood and level of comfort during your time there. Some pieces can also add to the functionality of your space.

If you’re moving into a new apartment, here are a few design ideas to get you started:

1. Hang Floating Shelves

Shelves hung directly on the wall can be ideal, especially for smaller apartments. Visually, they’re much lighter than bookshelves or curio cabinets and don’t take up floor space. In a practical sense, they’re easy to install and take down. Experiment with shelves of different lengths or stagger them up the wall to accommodate taller items for display and create a dynamic look.

2. Paint Your Furniture

Many apartment rentals don’t allow you to paint the walls, so try coloring the furniture instead. A fresh and vibrant coat of paint can give any table or bed frame a strong visual design element.

3. Try Open Storage

If your apartment rental is lacking in storage, open shelving units can solve the problem while giving your home a contemporary edge. In kitchens and hallways, open storage shelves will give you the room you need without taking up too much visual space.

4. Use Area Rugs

If the carpet or tile clashes with your color scheme, cover it with an area rug. Choose a lighter-colored rug for a small room with a dark carpet to add brightness and airiness. 

If you’re looking for a new apartment rental to call home, A1 Properties offers a wide range of one- and two-bedroom, pet-friendly units in communities you’ll love. Talk to a member of their team and schedule a viewing today by calling their offices at (860) 490-5205.